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Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA564
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collection.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA562B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
fine addition to any collection.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1972 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Large Retro Automatic with Blue Vignette Dial
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1972 OMEGA De Ville Vintage Mens Large Retro Automatic Watch with Blue Vignette Dial - Stainless Steel
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Piaget Polo Model 761c701 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Original Box
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Up to 6.5" Wrist
Includes: Original Piaget Box
Made in Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA562
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$4,680 Sale Price
20% Off
1965 Omega (Seamaster) Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled
Stainless St
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1965 Omega (Seamaster) Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled
Stainless Steel Watch - Only
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA544
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1966, in excellent
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rare Chopard Model 4015/1 18 Karat Yellow Gold Card
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rare Chopard 18k Yellow Gold, Model 4015/1, Manual Wind, Made in Switzerland c.1977 with
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bueche Girod Caliber 67 Rectangular Curved 18k Yellow Gold Hand Engraved
By Bueche Girod
Located in Montclair, NJ
inch wrist.
Gross Weight: 53.7 Grams (Case, Movement and Bracelet)
Condition: A vintage wrist watch in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA542
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
watch, in very good vintage condition. An iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Vulcain Cricket vintage with steel case and leather bracelet
By Vulcain
Located in MADRID, ES
A nice clasical piece from Vulcain
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rare Vintage Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Yellow Gold 6265
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An extremely rare vintage Cosmograph Daytona with the reference 6265 crafted in yellow gold, which
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA542B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to your collection.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,200 Sale Price
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Vintage Audemars Piguet Model 25730BA 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
" Wrist
Includes: Original Papers
Made in Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to be
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Seamaster Gold Capped 2802-11 SC Shark Tooth Automatic cal. 471 vintage M
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic cal. 471
Case Material: 18K Gold Capped & Steel
Measurements : Case width
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Model 56049SA Stainless 18 Karat Yellow Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
the watch is not under any obligation to service watches sold by Stephanie Windsor.
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Omega Vintage Seamaster XVI Olympic Games Melbourne 2580
By Omega
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 34mm yellow gold Melbourne Olympic Games XVI Seamster by Omega. Featuring a champagne
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tudor Ref 951 Rose Gold Bezel 34mm 1950s Mens Vintage Bumper Automatic RA645
By Tudor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.
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Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Rose Gold
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Vintage Patinated Dial 1960
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Rolex 16014 Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage RA613
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GENDER : Men's Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 1803 President 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA699
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
beauty get away, let the world know today.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
$12,720 Sale Price
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Vintage Vacheron Constantin Overseas Model 16550 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Grams
Size: Fits Up to 6.7" Wrist
Made in Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Vintage Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 1035
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
bracelet and folding clasp. The watch is further equipped with a plastic glass and a self-winding automatic
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6581 34mm Mens 14k SS Rare 1960s Vintage Automatic RA665B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,080 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6581 34mm Mens 14k SS 1960s Vintage Automatic RA665
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and stainless steel Rolex stretch bracelet, measures 19.5cm with the watch, in very good vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,720 Sale Price
20% Off
1966 Omega (Seamaster) Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled
Stainless St
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1966 Omega (Seamaster) Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled
Stainless Steel Watch - Only
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank C91006 20mm x 28mm Green Strap Vintage
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
🌿 Must de Cartier Tank C91006 Gold Vermeil 20mm x 28mm Green Strap Vintage Ladies Watch
💫
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Base Metal
Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Solid Gold Jumbo 37mm Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA513
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
vintage piece to compliment your lifestyle.
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
$5,520 Sale Price
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Omega cal 344 14k Gold Filled 32mm Mens Bumper Automatic 1950s Vintage RA581
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
worthwhile addition to any collection.
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
$2,320 Sale Price
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Omega Seamaster DeVille 14k Solid Gold 32mm Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA578
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
worthwhile addition to any collection.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
$3,840 Sale Price
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Rolex Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1520 Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint condition Silver Satin "Sunburst"...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Tudor Oyster Prince Ref 7808 14k SS 34mm Mens 1940s Vintage Automatic RA646B
By Tudor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, make it a part of your rotation today.
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
$4,320 Sale Price
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Mens Rolex Ref 6494 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1950s Vintage RA191
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
addition to your collection.
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Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$5,040 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA586
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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All of our vintage pre - owned watches
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,800 Sale Price
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Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic. Stephanie Windsor also
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster Reference 14363 Vintage Scarab Lugs Gold Top
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
elements come together to create a truly differentiated look. The design elements of this watch are rare
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312 Sale Price
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Vintage NOS Mido Worldtimer GMT 5200 Stainless Steel / Gold Plated Boxed Men Wat
By Chaumet
Located in Toronto, CA
Box
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: Stainless steel / Gold
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold Plate
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,816 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Vintage Automatic RA615
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,800 Sale Price
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Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6467 9k Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA482B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
$7,168 Sale Price
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Omega Collection GX6525 34mm 14k Solid Gold Mens Automatic 1950s Vintage RA579
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,192 Sale Price
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Audemars Piguet Rare Vintage Top Hat Yellow Gold 5045BA
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare and exceptional vintage Audemars Piguet Top Hat Ref. 5045BA in excellent condition.
This
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Octagon Model 0906 18 Karat Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pouch
Made in Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 16520 Black Dial Zenith Movement Vintage 2000 Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
It's no secret that Zenith Daytonas are amongst the fastest appreciating Rolex watches of the last
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Audemars Piguet Royal Model 66800SA 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
wear and tear is excluded from this warranty. We do not recommend that vintage / pre-owned watches be
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex DateJust Model 69178 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rare Chevrolet Dial Box
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
wear and tear is excluded from this warranty. We do not recommend that vintage / pre-owned watches be
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
given the name Frog Foot by watch collectors. This extra touch of rarity truly makes this piece a sight
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 14k Solid Rose Gold Pendant Ref 3959 1930s Rare Vintage Luxury RA651
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS Mens 1960s Vintage Automatic RA619B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,304 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS Mens 1960s Vintage Automatic RA619
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
uncompromising lifestyle.
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312 Sale Price
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Fortis VINTAGE RARE Rare Condition Fortis Marinemaster 1970 Ref 8001 Valjoux 72
Located in Toronto, CA
. Interestingly, Fortis reissued the watch in 2014 as a limited edition, but with an automatic movement.The
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA620
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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All of our vintage pre - owned watches
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,792 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens Vintage Automatic RA621
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
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All of our vintage pre - owned watches
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,720 Sale Price
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Vintage Rolex Datejust Serpico Y Latino Patina Dial 6605
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning vintage Rolex Datejust in yellow gold with a unique Patina dial signed by Serpico y
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Rose Gold and Small seconds on the dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage with rose gold case and leayther bracelet, and with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Vintage Swatch SKZ116 Lucky 7 Year 1998 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Swatch Lucky 7 dedicated to all those who want to give an amulet as a gift that brings luck
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
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Vintage Swiss Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage swiss watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and Gold Plate. Our collection of these items for sale includes 224 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage swiss watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a vintage swiss watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Omega, IWC and Rolex are consistently popular. A vintage swiss watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a vintage swiss watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Swiss Watch?
The price for a vintage swiss watch starts at $121 and tops out at $54,999 with these watches, on average, selling for $511.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Swiss Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Some Swiss watches are so expensive for a few reasons. First, Switzerland has long been a major center for watch manufacturing. As a result, many artisans who have spent years studying the trade live and work there, painstakingly handcrafting movements and other components for watches and completing the assembly and finishing process. All that labor increases the cost of luxury Swiss watches while also limiting the number of them produced. Since the reputation of Swiss watches is so stellar, demand for them often vastly exceeds supply, which further adds to pricing. In addition, luxury watches manufactured in Switzerland often feature costly materials, such as genuine gold, platinum and titanium. Keep in mind that not all watches made in Switzerland are luxury timepieces. Makers also craft fashion watches in the country, so prices do vary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Swiss watches.
- Why are Swiss watches the best?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024There are a few reasons why some watch lovers believe that Swiss watches are the best. For one thing, Switzerland is home to the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC), a regulating agency that tests and certifies the chronometers in mechanical watches. Watchmakers must meet high benchmarks for precision, performance and quality to get COSC-certified. In addition, Swiss luxury watchmakers tend to favor fine materials, including sapphire glass, titanium, 18-karat gold, genuine leather and natural gemstones. The quality of the materials contributes to the visual appeal and longevity of Swiss watches. Since Switzerland is home to so many watchmakers, there are ample opportunities for would-be artisans to gain experience through apprenticeships. Thus, generation after generation, they learn time-honored crafting techniques that also account for the quality of Swiss watches. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Swiss watches.
- Why are Swiss watches so famous?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Swiss watches are so famous for several reasons. A number of the world's most well-known and prestigious watch brands, from Rolex to Patek Philippe, hail from Switzerland, giving the country deep roots in the history of luxury watches. Switzerland is also home to some of the most highly skilled artisans in the world, making Swiss-made watches and the components that power them of exceptional quality. Shop a wide variety of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- Which brands are Swiss watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many brands are Swiss watches. Switzerland is home to around 700 watchmakers, making it the world's leading center for timepiece production. Some well-known Swiss watch brands are Angelus, Arnold Son, Audemars Piguet, Baume Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Breguet, Chopard, EBEL, Frederique Constant, Girard-Perregaux, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaquet-Droz, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Montblanc, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Rolex, Swatch, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin and Zenith. Shop a wide range of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- Who makes Swiss watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Many companies make Swiss watches. The term “Swiss watch” can refer to any timepiece made in Switzerland. Among the hundreds of watchmakers who manufacture timepieces in the country are Angelus, Arnold Son, Audemars Piguet, Baume Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Breguet, Chopard, EBEL, Frederique Constant, Girard-Perregaux, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaquet-Droz, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Montblanc, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Rolex, Swatch, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin and Zenith. Keep in mind that the term "Swiss-made" is not the same as "Swiss." To be considered Swiss-made, a watch must meet standards set forth by the Swiss government. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Swiss watches.
- Are Versace watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Versace watches are exclusively Swiss made. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Versace has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Gucci watches are Swiss-made. Since 1972, Gucci has made all of its timepieces in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Shop a collection of Gucci watches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Hamilton watches became Swiss in 2003 when the watchmaker moved from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to Biel, Switzerland. While based in the U.S., the company produced watches for the winners of the 1928 World Series and was the official watch for the employees of four commercial airlines. Shop a variety of Hamilton watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Bremont watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Bremont watches are not Swiss-made. Bremont Watch Company is a British watchmaker based in England that focuses on luxury and aviation-themed timepieces. Always purchase Bremont watches from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a wide selection of authentic Bremont watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Longines watches Swiss made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Longines watches are Swiss made. The Longines headquarters are based in St-Imier, Switzerland since 1832, and each of their watches features a Swiss Made mark. Shop a range of Longines watches from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- Are Ball watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Yes, Ball watches are Swiss-made. Although the company was founded in the United States, it relocated to La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in the 20th century. Since then, Swiss artisans have done all the assembly and finishing work. Ball watches also feature Swiss movements and components. Some are made in-house, while others come from other Swiss makers, such as ETA. Explore a range of watches on 1stDibs.
- Is Philip Stein a Swiss watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The answer to whether a Philip Stein watch is Swiss is a little complex. Philip Stein does have its headquarters in Switzerland and assembles its timepieces in the country. However, not all Philip Stein watches contain Swiss parts; some have movements and other components manufactured in Japan and elsewhere. As a result, not all Philip Stein watches can be correctly called Swiss-made, as the Swiss government reserves that term for watches that contain a certain percentage of Swiss-made parts. Explore a variety of Philip Stein watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024How much Swiss watches cost in Switzerland isn't that different from how much they sell for in the U.S. or elsewhere. You may sometimes enjoy modest cost savings by purchasing a watch in Switzerland. However, the country has a 20% value-added tax (VAT) that may offset any discounts you would get from buying abroad. Explore a diverse assortment of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Zenith watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, Zenith watches are Swiss-made. The luxury watchmaker has its atelier in Le Locle, which is in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. Founded in 1865, the workshop has the distinction of being the first modern watch manufacturer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Zenith watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Whether Hamilton watches are American or Swiss depends on the timepiece in question. Prior to 2003, Hamilton manufactured its timepieces in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. After the company's sale to the Swatch Group, its headquarters and manufacturing facility relocated to Biel, Switzerland. Explore a variety of Hamilton watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Almost all Rolex watches say “Swiss-Made” or “Swiss” on the watch face. Sometimes there is also the letter “T” included in this mark. Rolex is a Swiss brand and stands on the proud tradition of excellent Swiss timepiece construction. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
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